How much does a mechanical drafter make in Atlanta?
$75,360a year
Median yearly pay for mechanical drafters in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $36.23 an hour or $6,280 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.23
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 51 of 180
- Jobs in the area
- 500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,760Median: $75,360Highest 10%: $113,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,760 | $27.29 | |
| 25th | $62,620 | $30.11 | |
| Median | $75,360 | $36.23 | |
| 75th | $94,390 | $45.38 | |
| 90th | $113,500 | $54.54 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for mechanical drafters.
| Augusta, GA | $67,190 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $64,510 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Aerospace Engineer | $150,200 |
| Electronics Engineer | $135,400 |
| Engineer | $122,600 |
| Nuclear Engineer | $119,600 |
| Health and Safety Engineer | $106,000 |
| Chemical Engineer | $103,500 |
| Architect | $103,300 |
| Industrial Engineer | $102,300 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $102,000 |
| Materials Engineer | $101,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mechanical drafter make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $36.23 ($75,360 a year).
Do mechanical drafters make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $75,360 against $71,550 nationally, 5% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $66,670, so Atlanta pays 13% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for mechanical drafter pay?
51 of 180 metro areas with data.
How much does a mechanical drafter make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $56,760 or less a year; the top 10% make $113,500 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.